As we previously reported, the new standard’s goal is to provide consistent tow ratings by taking into account a number of factors including the truck’s structure, handling, and braking. The Detroit Three’s compliance appears to hinge on Ford. Both General Motors and Ram have stated they will not follow the new standard until Ford does. If that’s the case, Toyota’s tow ratings may remain below the other non-SAE-certified tow ratings for a couple years because the Blue Oval doesn’t intend to play fair until the next-generation F-150 arrives in 2015.

Forum members are split on the issue. Some say the revised 2014 Toyota Tundra isn’t good enough anyway, but a few members say the Detroit Three “are being babies about it because no one wants to take the first step forward.” Do you agree? Should they comply now or wait for Ford to make the first move? Sound off below and thanks to TaurusSHO for today’s thread!